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- the invention relates generally to oxygen generation and, more particularly, to robust oxygen generation from a solid or liquid.
- Highly pure oxygen gas is used within a variety of applications. More particularly, medical devices use highly pure oxygen for patient care. However, production or generation, transportation, delivering, usage and storage of oxygen can be both cumbersome and dangerous.
- Typical devices today utilize a variety of means to store and produce oxygen. Far and above, the most common apparatus is a compressed gas tank.
- the compressed gas tank though, is heavy, requires a regulator, and can be quite dangerous.
- Oxygen is a very reactive element that can present various hazards. Therefore, compressed tanks of pure Oxygen gas can pose a very realistic fire or explosive hazard.
- Oxygen generation canisters are used in passenger aircraft for supplying Oxygen to passengers if the aircraft depressurizes. These canisters, though, can be very unstable devices, especially once the canisters have been deemed to have outlived their respective shelf-lives. In addition, these canisters typically require a spark to initiate the chemical reaction.
- each type typically requires metal containers and safety equipment. These metal containers are highly subjected to corrosion, which could render the container useless. These metal containers may also require ongoing maintenance, and have moving parts. Also, utilization of metal containers can be quite heavy. As a consequence, they can limit the range of applications for usage, or they may not be well-suited to a broad range of applications.
- the present invention provides an apparatus for generating Oxygen.
- the apparatus comprises a vessel.
- An Oxygen producing solution is contained by the vessel.
- Various approaches can be employed, separately or together, to control the rate of oxygen production, enhance storage of the solution and its constituents and operation of the apparatus.
- FIG. 1 is a block diagram depicting an Oxygen generator
- FIG. 2 is a flow chart depicting a first method of producing Oxygen
- FIG. 3 is a flow chart depicting a second method of producing Oxygen.
- FIG. 4 is a flow chart depicting a third method of producing Oxygen.
- the reference numeral 100 generally designates an Oxygen generator.
- the Oxygen generator comprises a vessel 102 , a humidifier 104 , output line 106 , and a usage device 108 .
- the vessel 102 contains the compartment where a chemical reaction that produces the Oxygen takes place.
- the vessel 102 can be composed of a variety of materials.
- the vessel can be composed of polypropylene, polycarbonate or Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene.
- the Oxygen generator 100 only requires that the vessel 102 be composed of a material that can withstand, or which has a conductivity to withstand, the heat generated inside the vessel 102 during the chemical reaction.
- the walls of the vessel can vary in thickness.
- the Oxygen generator 100 only requires that the walls of the vessel 102 have a thickness that can withstand the internal pressures that result from aqueous solutions and gas pressure.
- the oxygen generated within the vessel 102 is a result of a chemical reaction.
- the chemical reaction takes place in an aqueous environment, so that upon complete depletion of a limiting reactant, the remaining waste solution can be discarded into conventional waste disposal systems.
- the waste solution is also not an environmental hazard as defined by generally accepted systems for measuring material properties, such as the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) Risk Screening Environmental Indicators Model.
- the waste solution can be soda ash dissolved in water.
- the limiting reactant should be a water-soluble powder or liquid that is non-toxic, not an environmental hazard, not an explosive hazard, not a significant fire hazard, and have a long shelf-life.
- Non-toxic, not a significant fire hazard, and not an explosive hazard can be defined as compounds that are not deemed to be, respectively, non-toxic, a fire hazard, or an explosive, by a generally accepted system for measuring material properties, such as the Hazardous Materials Information System (HMIS).
- HMIS Hazardous Materials Information System
- a long shelf-life can be defined as a material that can be stored for several years when stored below the standard temperature of 860 Fahrenheit (F).
- Sodium Percarbonate (2Na 2 CO 3 .3H 2 O 2 ) powder can be an acceptable material that can be dissolved in water.
- the resulting waste liquid from using Sodium Percarbonate (2Na 2 CO 3 .3H 2 O 2 ) in an Oxygen generation reaction is an aqueous solution of Soda Ash.
- Sodium Perborate (NaBHO 3 ) is also a variety of other chemicals that can be used as the limiting reactant, such as Sodium Perborate (NaBHO 3 ).
- a metal-based catalyst can be used to initiate the chemical reaction, combined with a hydrated salt to absorb the heat generated during the reaction.
- a combination of a Manganese compound and a Sodium-based compound or similar hydrated salt can be used.
- catalysts such as compounds containing Iron or Iron Oxides and Copper or Copper Oxides.
- the flow rate from the generators can be varied. Depending on the amount of the limiting reactant and the amount of the catalyst, the flow rate varies. Generation of Oxygen could occur continuously or for predetermined periods of time depending on the amount of the limiting reactant and the catalyst.
- a humidifier 104 allows for the humidification and/or cooling of Oxygen generated within the vessel 102 .
- the humidifier 104 humidifies, or adds water vapor, to the volume of Oxygen gas being generated.
- the various configurations of the humidifier can also vary the amount of humidity that can be added to the flow of Oxygen.
- the humidifier 104 can be configured for use by an individual where the relative humidity of the Oxygen gas is between 15% and 95%.
- the humidifier can have a variety of configurations that can also vary the temperature of the Oxygen out of the vessel 102 .
- the carrying tube carries to a usage device 108 .
- the tube may be a variety of configurations.
- the carrying tube can be standard medical tubing.
- the carrying tube can be omitted in order to provide Oxygen to a room or compartment.
- the usage device can also be a variety of configurations.
- the usage device can be a standard medical breathing mask.
- the oxygen releasing agent comprises a combination of Sodium Percarbonate and Hydrated Sodium Carbonate.
- the combination of Sodium Percarbonate and Hydrated Sodium Carbonate would result in a cooler reaction because of the absorption of heat. At a certain temperature, the hydrated Sodium Carbonate will lose its water molecules. This process is endothermic, and the change in enthalpy associated with the process determines the amount of energy or heat that is absorbed. This endothermic process has the effect of counter-balancing, to some degree, the exothermic reaction associated with the oxygen generation.
- additives can be added to the water to influence ambient temperatures. If the ambient temperature of the water increases during the reaction, the reaction can be accelerated. This may result in an undesirable increase in pressure inside the reaction chamber.
- Antifreeze ethylene glycol
- glycerin glycerin
- some ionic compounds like Lithium Chloride (LiCl), Manganese (II) Chloride (MnCl 2 ), Magnesium Chloride (MgCl 2 ), some nitrates, some sulfates, and some fluorides can be typically employed.
- nitrates include Aluminum Nitrate, Sodium Nitrate, Lithium Nitrate and Calcium Nitrate.
- Manganese (II) Chloride MnCl 2
- MnCl 2 Manganese Chloride
- LiCl Lithium Chloride
- temperature ranges for operation may be between ⁇ 5° F. and 165° F. Therefore, the range of temperature operation can be tailored for a specific application.
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- the catalyst comprises a combination of Manganese Dioxide and Hydrated Sodium Carbonate.
- An example of a hydrated Sodium Carbonate is Sodium Carbonate Monohydrate. Sodium Carbonate Decahydrate can also be used, but it typically has a much lower melting point, causing it to be less suitable for transportation and storage purposes.
- the combination of Manganese Dioxide and Hydrated Sodium Carbonate would result in a cooler reaction because of the absorption of heat. At a certain temperature, the hydrated Sodium Carbonate will lose its water molecules. This process is endothermic, and the change in enthalpy associated with the process determines the amount of energy or heat that is absorbed. This endothermic process has the effect of counter-balancing, to some degree, the exothermic reaction associated with the oxygen generation.
- a nucleating material can be added to the catalyst.
- nucleating materials include sodium tetraborate or disodium tetraborate decahydrate.
- the catalyst can be varied for specific reaction rates and temperatures. This is achieved by varying the composition of the catalyst, the mass of the catalyst and/or its components, as well as the granularity, particle size and flow characteristics of the catalyst.
- both the catalyst and the oxygen generating reaction can be in a powder form.
- Sodium Percarbonate (2Na 2 CO 3 .3H 2 O 2 ) can be used as an oxygen producing agent in a powder form
- Manganese Dioxide (MnO 2 ), Sodium Carbonate (Na 2 CO 3 ), Sodium Thiosulfate pentahydrate (Na 2 S 2 O 3 .5H 2 O), and Sodium Perborate (Na 2 B 4 O 7 ) can be used as catalyst components in a powder form.
- a powder form would allow for better solubility because of the surface area of the powder exposed to the solvent (water).
- the size of the powder grains can be varied to change the reaction onset, oxygen flow rate, and so forth.
- the limiting reactant can be of particle size in the 150 micron to 650 micron range.
- the oxygen producing agent or catalyst can be coated.
- Sodium Percarbonate (2Na 2 CO 3 .3H 2 O 2 ) can be coated with single or multiple layers of coating for time-release purposes.
- Each particulate of the oxygen producing agent can be coated with a material that dissolves, which would delay the reaction.
- Coating the limiting reactant can also increase active oxygen stability, optimize storage and ensiling properties, and insure longer shelf life. Any combination of particulate size and thickness of the coating can be employed depending on the desired reaction time. For example, a limiting reactant with a particle size of approximately 300 micron and a coating level of 6% can be used.
- the limiting reactant particles should ideally be of consistent size and shape (such as for example a spherical shape), resulting in less attrition during shipping and processing.
- the reference numeral 200 generally designates a flow chart depicting a first method of producing oxygen.
- Steps 202 , 204 , 206 , and 208 provide a first method for generating Oxygen that utilizes the Oxygen generator of FIG. 1 .
- step 202 water or water containing an additive is added to the vessel 102 of FIG. 1 .
- step 204 the limiting reactant powder is added to the water and dissolved.
- step 206 the catalyst, if any, is added to the aqueous solution containing the limiting reactant.
- the three components, reactant, catalyst and water/water with additive can be added in any sequence. In sequences where catalyst is not added last, the potential exists that “flash” may occur. Flash refers to a rapid, possibly uncontrolled reaction onset, which can be undesirable in consumer products. To avoid or reduce the possibility of flash occurring, the catalyst is added last.
- step 208 the vessel 102 of FIG. 1 is sealed. The Oxygen generated from the Oxygen generator of FIG. 1 can then be used for a variety of purposes.
- the reference numeral 300 generally designates a flow chart depicting a second method of producing oxygen.
- Steps 302 , 304 , and 306 provide a second method for generating Oxygen that utilizes the Oxygen generator of FIG. 1 .
- step 302 water is added to the vessel 102 of FIG. 1 .
- step 304 the limiting reactant powder and the catalyst, if any, are simultaneously added to the water.
- step 306 the vessel 102 of FIG. 1 is sealed.
- the Oxygen generated from the Oxygen generator of FIG. 1 can then be used for a variety of purposes.
- the reference numeral 400 generally designates a flow chart depicting a third method of producing oxygen.
- Steps 402 , 404 , and 406 provide a third method for generating Oxygen that utilizes the Oxygen generator of FIG. 1 .
- a liquid limiting reactant dissolved in water is added to the vessel 102 of FIG. 1 .
- the catalyst if any, is added to the liquid limiting reactant.
- the vessel 102 of FIG. 1 is sealed.
- the Oxygen generated from the Oxygen generator of FIG. 1 can then be used for a variety of purposes.
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- This application is a continuation-in part of, and claims the benefit of the filing date of, co-pending U.S. patent application Ser. No. 10/718,131 entitled “METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR GENERATING OXYGEN,” filed Nov. 20, 2003. This application relates to, and claims the benefit of the filing date of, co-pending U.S. provisional patent application Ser. No. 60/699,094 entitled “METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR GENERATING OXYGEN,” filed Jul. 14, 2005. This application relates to the following co-pending U.S. patent applications: Ser. No. 10/856,591 entitled “APPARATUS AND DELIVERY OF MEDICALLY PURE OXYGEN,” filed May 28, 2004; and to Ser. No. 11/158,993, Ser. No. 11/159,016, Ser. No. 11/158,377, Ser. No. 11/158,362, Ser. No. 11/158,618, Ser. No. 11/158,989, Ser. No. 11/158,696, Ser. No. 11/158,648, Ser. No. 11/159,079, Ser. No. 11/158,763, Ser. No. 11/158,865, Ser. No. 11/158,958, and Ser. No. 11/158,867, all entitled “METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR CONTROLLED PRODUCTION OF A GAS,” and all filed Jun. 22, 2005.
- 1. Field of the Invention
- The invention relates generally to oxygen generation and, more particularly, to robust oxygen generation from a solid or liquid.
- 2. Description of the Related Art
- Highly pure oxygen gas is used within a variety of applications. More particularly, medical devices use highly pure oxygen for patient care. However, production or generation, transportation, delivering, usage and storage of oxygen can be both cumbersome and dangerous.
- Typical devices today utilize a variety of means to store and produce oxygen. Far and above, the most common apparatus is a compressed gas tank. The compressed gas tank, though, is heavy, requires a regulator, and can be quite dangerous. Oxygen is a very reactive element that can present various hazards. Therefore, compressed tanks of pure Oxygen gas can pose a very realistic fire or explosive hazard.
- There are a variety of other Oxygen generation devices that utilize chemical reactions. For example, Oxygen generation canisters are used in passenger aircraft for supplying Oxygen to passengers if the aircraft depressurizes. These canisters, though, can be very unstable devices, especially once the canisters have been deemed to have outlived their respective shelf-lives. In addition, these canisters typically require a spark to initiate the chemical reaction.
- Moreover, with both compressed gas and chemical generators, each type typically requires metal containers and safety equipment. These metal containers are highly subjected to corrosion, which could render the container useless. These metal containers may also require ongoing maintenance, and have moving parts. Also, utilization of metal containers can be quite heavy. As a consequence, they can limit the range of applications for usage, or they may not be well-suited to a broad range of applications.
- Therefore, there is a need for a method and/or apparatus for generating Oxygen that is more robust and less hazardous and that addresses at least some of the problems associated with conventional methods and apparatuses for producing or generating, transporting, using, delivering or storing Oxygen.
- The present invention provides an apparatus for generating Oxygen. The apparatus comprises a vessel. An Oxygen producing solution is contained by the vessel. Various approaches can be employed, separately or together, to control the rate of oxygen production, enhance storage of the solution and its constituents and operation of the apparatus.
- For a more complete understanding of the present invention and the advantages thereof, reference is now made to the following descriptions taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, in which:
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FIG. 1 is a block diagram depicting an Oxygen generator; -
FIG. 2 is a flow chart depicting a first method of producing Oxygen; -
FIG. 3 is a flow chart depicting a second method of producing Oxygen; and -
FIG. 4 is a flow chart depicting a third method of producing Oxygen. - In the following discussion, numerous specific details are set forth to provide a thorough understanding of the present invention. However, those skilled in the art will appreciate that the present invention may be practiced without such specific details. In other instances, well-known elements have been illustrated in schematic or block diagram form in order not to obscure the present invention in unnecessary detail. Additionally, for the most part, details concerning mechanical connections, simple inorganic chemistry, and the like, have been omitted inasmuch as such details are not considered necessary to obtain a complete understanding of the present invention, and are considered to be within the understanding of persons of ordinary skill in the relevant art.
- Referring to
FIG. 1 of the drawings, thereference numeral 100 generally designates an Oxygen generator. The Oxygen generator comprises avessel 102, ahumidifier 104,output line 106, and ausage device 108. - The
vessel 102 contains the compartment where a chemical reaction that produces the Oxygen takes place. Thevessel 102 can be composed of a variety of materials. For example, the vessel can be composed of polypropylene, polycarbonate or Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene. However, theOxygen generator 100 only requires that thevessel 102 be composed of a material that can withstand, or which has a conductivity to withstand, the heat generated inside thevessel 102 during the chemical reaction. Typically, the walls of the vessel can vary in thickness. However, theOxygen generator 100 only requires that the walls of thevessel 102 have a thickness that can withstand the internal pressures that result from aqueous solutions and gas pressure. - The oxygen generated within the
vessel 102 is a result of a chemical reaction. The chemical reaction takes place in an aqueous environment, so that upon complete depletion of a limiting reactant, the remaining waste solution can be discarded into conventional waste disposal systems. The waste solution is also not an environmental hazard as defined by generally accepted systems for measuring material properties, such as the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) Risk Screening Environmental Indicators Model. For example, the waste solution can be soda ash dissolved in water. - In order to achieve the desired Oxygen generation and environmental acceptability, there are several chemicals that can be utilized. The limiting reactant should be a water-soluble powder or liquid that is non-toxic, not an environmental hazard, not an explosive hazard, not a significant fire hazard, and have a long shelf-life. Non-toxic, not a significant fire hazard, and not an explosive hazard can be defined as compounds that are not deemed to be, respectively, non-toxic, a fire hazard, or an explosive, by a generally accepted system for measuring material properties, such as the Hazardous Materials Information System (HMIS). Also, a long shelf-life can be defined as a material that can be stored for several years when stored below the standard temperature of 860 Fahrenheit (F). For example, Sodium Percarbonate (2Na2CO3.3H2O2) powder can be an acceptable material that can be dissolved in water. The resulting waste liquid from using Sodium Percarbonate (2Na2CO3.3H2O2) in an Oxygen generation reaction is an aqueous solution of Soda Ash. There are also a variety of other chemicals that can be used as the limiting reactant, such as Sodium Perborate (NaBHO3).
- These powders or liquids, though, can also require the use of a catalyst. The catalysts, too, should be water-soluble, non-toxic, not an environmental hazard, not an explosive, not a fire hazard, and have a long shelf-life. Typically, a metal-based catalyst can be used to initiate the chemical reaction, combined with a hydrated salt to absorb the heat generated during the reaction. For example, a combination of a Manganese compound and a Sodium-based compound or similar hydrated salt can be used. There are also a variety of catalysts that can be used, such as compounds containing Iron or Iron Oxides and Copper or Copper Oxides.
- The flow rate from the generators can be varied. Depending on the amount of the limiting reactant and the amount of the catalyst, the flow rate varies. Generation of Oxygen could occur continuously or for predetermined periods of time depending on the amount of the limiting reactant and the catalyst.
- Once a limiting reactant and, possibly, a catalyst have been added to water contained within the
vessel 102, then ahumidifier 104 allows for the humidification and/or cooling of Oxygen generated within thevessel 102. Typically, thehumidifier 104 humidifies, or adds water vapor, to the volume of Oxygen gas being generated. The various configurations of the humidifier can also vary the amount of humidity that can be added to the flow of Oxygen. For example, thehumidifier 104 can be configured for use by an individual where the relative humidity of the Oxygen gas is between 15% and 95%. The humidifier can have a variety of configurations that can also vary the temperature of the Oxygen out of thevessel 102. - Attached to the
humidifier 104 is a carryingtube 106. The carrying tube carries to ausage device 108. The tube may be a variety of configurations. For example, the carrying tube can be standard medical tubing. Also, the carrying tube can be omitted in order to provide Oxygen to a room or compartment. The usage device can also be a variety of configurations. For example, the usage device can be a standard medical breathing mask. - In another embodiment of the invention, the oxygen releasing agent comprises a combination of Sodium Percarbonate and Hydrated Sodium Carbonate. The combination of Sodium Percarbonate and Hydrated Sodium Carbonate would result in a cooler reaction because of the absorption of heat. At a certain temperature, the hydrated Sodium Carbonate will lose its water molecules. This process is endothermic, and the change in enthalpy associated with the process determines the amount of energy or heat that is absorbed. This endothermic process has the effect of counter-balancing, to some degree, the exothermic reaction associated with the oxygen generation.
- In yet another embodiment, additives can be added to the water to influence ambient temperatures. If the ambient temperature of the water increases during the reaction, the reaction can be accelerated. This may result in an undesirable increase in pressure inside the reaction chamber.
- Certain additives that lower the freezing point of water can be employed. Antifreeze (ethylene glycol), glycerin, and some ionic compounds like Lithium Chloride (LiCl), Manganese (II) Chloride (MnCl2), Magnesium Chloride (MgCl2), some nitrates, some sulfates, and some fluorides can be typically employed. Examples of nitrates include Aluminum Nitrate, Sodium Nitrate, Lithium Nitrate and Calcium Nitrate. For example, to depress the freezing point of water to −5° F., 73.9 grams of Manganese (II) Chloride (MnCl2) can be utilized per 100 mL of water, based on the solubilities of these compounds at 293K. As a further example still, 83.5 grams of Lithium Chloride (LiCl) could be used per 100 mL of water to depress the freezing point to −5° F.
- Some regulatory bodies, such as the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), can require temperature operating ranges. For example, temperature ranges for operation may be between −5° F. and 165° F. Therefore, the range of temperature operation can be tailored for a specific application.
- Additionally, in another embodiment, the catalyst comprises a combination of Manganese Dioxide and Hydrated Sodium Carbonate. An example of a hydrated Sodium Carbonate is Sodium Carbonate Monohydrate. Sodium Carbonate Decahydrate can also be used, but it typically has a much lower melting point, causing it to be less suitable for transportation and storage purposes. The combination of Manganese Dioxide and Hydrated Sodium Carbonate would result in a cooler reaction because of the absorption of heat. At a certain temperature, the hydrated Sodium Carbonate will lose its water molecules. This process is endothermic, and the change in enthalpy associated with the process determines the amount of energy or heat that is absorbed. This endothermic process has the effect of counter-balancing, to some degree, the exothermic reaction associated with the oxygen generation.
- Additionally, in another embodiment, a nucleating material can be added to the catalyst. Examples of nucleating materials include sodium tetraborate or disodium tetraborate decahydrate. Depending on the desired result for the reaction, the catalyst can be varied for specific reaction rates and temperatures. This is achieved by varying the composition of the catalyst, the mass of the catalyst and/or its components, as well as the granularity, particle size and flow characteristics of the catalyst.
- There are also several ways to store and deliver the oxygen generating material and the catalyst. For example, both the catalyst and the oxygen generating reaction can be in a powder form. For example, Sodium Percarbonate (2Na2CO3.3H2O2) can be used as an oxygen producing agent in a powder form, and Manganese Dioxide (MnO2), Sodium Carbonate (Na2CO3), Sodium Thiosulfate pentahydrate (Na2S2O3.5H2O), and Sodium Perborate (Na2B4O7) can be used as catalyst components in a powder form. A powder form would allow for better solubility because of the surface area of the powder exposed to the solvent (water). However, the size of the powder grains can be varied to change the reaction onset, oxygen flow rate, and so forth. For example, the limiting reactant can be of particle size in the 150 micron to 650 micron range.
- In another embodiment, the oxygen producing agent or catalyst can be coated. For example, Sodium Percarbonate (2Na2CO3.3H2O2) can be coated with single or multiple layers of coating for time-release purposes. Each particulate of the oxygen producing agent can be coated with a material that dissolves, which would delay the reaction. Coating the limiting reactant can also increase active oxygen stability, optimize storage and ensiling properties, and insure longer shelf life. Any combination of particulate size and thickness of the coating can be employed depending on the desired reaction time. For example, a limiting reactant with a particle size of approximately 300 micron and a coating level of 6% can be used. The limiting reactant particles should ideally be of consistent size and shape (such as for example a spherical shape), resulting in less attrition during shipping and processing.
- Referring to
FIG. 2 of the drawings, thereference numeral 200 generally designates a flow chart depicting a first method of producing oxygen. -
Steps FIG. 1 . Instep 202, water or water containing an additive is added to thevessel 102 ofFIG. 1 . Instep 204, the limiting reactant powder is added to the water and dissolved. In step 206, the catalyst, if any, is added to the aqueous solution containing the limiting reactant. The three components, reactant, catalyst and water/water with additive can be added in any sequence. In sequences where catalyst is not added last, the potential exists that “flash” may occur. Flash refers to a rapid, possibly uncontrolled reaction onset, which can be undesirable in consumer products. To avoid or reduce the possibility of flash occurring, the catalyst is added last. Instep 208, thevessel 102 ofFIG. 1 is sealed. The Oxygen generated from the Oxygen generator ofFIG. 1 can then be used for a variety of purposes. - Referring to
FIG. 3 of the drawings, thereference numeral 300 generally designates a flow chart depicting a second method of producing oxygen.Steps FIG. 1 . Instep 302, water is added to thevessel 102 ofFIG. 1 . In step 304, the limiting reactant powder and the catalyst, if any, are simultaneously added to the water. Instep 306, thevessel 102 ofFIG. 1 is sealed. The Oxygen generated from the Oxygen generator ofFIG. 1 can then be used for a variety of purposes. - Referring to
FIG. 4 of the drawings, thereference numeral 400 generally designates a flow chart depicting a third method of producing oxygen.Steps FIG. 1 . Instep 402, a liquid limiting reactant dissolved in water is added to thevessel 102 ofFIG. 1 . Instep 404, the catalyst, if any, is added to the liquid limiting reactant. Instep 406, thevessel 102 ofFIG. 1 is sealed. The Oxygen generated from the Oxygen generator ofFIG. 1 can then be used for a variety of purposes. - It will further be understood from the foregoing description that various modifications and changes may be made in the preferred embodiment of the present invention without departing from its true spirit. This description is intended for purposes of illustration only and should not be construed in a limiting sense. The scope of this invention should be limited only by the language of the following claims.
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